‘Bud’-ding chefs and herb enthusiasts, gather ’round the blazing yule log! ‘Tis the season to spice up the mistletoe madness with a little Mary Jane magic. Imagine Santa taking his sleigh for a spin after swapping cookies for cannabis-infused eggnog. Those reindeer might be flying higher than the North Star after nibbling on gingerbread cookies with a special herbal touch. Get ready to deck the halls and roll some ‘green’ery into your holiday recipes. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite traditional holiday sweets and infused them with cannabis! From Eggnog, to cookies, we think your friends and family will be in for a real treat. Below are 3 cannabis-infused recipes that can bring some holiday spirit to your table. Keep in mind that dosage and potency control are crucial when preparing these dishes. Here are a few ideas:

1. Cannabis-Infused Eggnog

Ingredients:

• 4 cups of milk
• 5 whole cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 12 egg yolks
• 1 1/2 cups of sugar
• 2 1/2 cups of light rum
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• Cannabis tincture or cannabis-infused milk (adjust to desired potency)

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine the milk, cloves, vanilla, and cinnamon. Heat on low, bringing the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Gradually whisk the hot milk mixture into the eggs and sugar. Pour the entire mixture back into the saucepan.
4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
5. Remove from heat and let it cool. Stir in the rum, cream, and cannabis tincture or infused milk. Refrigerate before serving.

2. Cannabis-Infused Gingerbread Cookies

Ingredients:

• 3 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1 tablespoon of ground ginger
• 1 3/4 teaspoons of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves
• 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• 3/4 cup of dark brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup of molasses
• Cannabis-infused butter (softened) or cannabis-infused coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
3. In another bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and molasses, mixing well.
4. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until well combined. Wrap the dough in plastic and chill for at least 1 hour.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into gingerbread shapes.
6. Place cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes. Let them cool.
7. Once cooled, you can decorate them with icing or enjoy them as they are.

3. Cannabis-Infused Peppermint Bark

Ingredients:

• 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 12 ounces of white chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract
• Crushed candy canes
• Cannabis-infused coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave. Stir in a small amount of cannabis-infused coconut oil.
3. Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly.
4. Place it in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to set.
5. Melt the white chocolate chips with peppermint extract and a bit of cannabis-infused coconut oil. Spread this mixture over the semi-sweet chocolate layer.
6. Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top and refrigerate until completely set.
7. Once firm, break into pieces and serve.

Remember to dose your cannabis-infused ingredients properly and label them clearly if sharing with others. Enjoy these treats responsibly!

This holiday season, let’s trade in the mistletoe for some “mistle-toke” and infuse our festivities with a merry little buzz. Whether you’re whipping up cannabis-infused gingerbread that’ll have you saying “ho-ho-high” or sipping on some eggnog that’s more than just ‘nog, these recipes will light up your celebrations. Here’s to a Christmas that’s not just merry and bright, but also a little extra ‘herbally’ delightful. Get ready to blaze a trail to a holly-jolly time that might just make your holiday spirit soar higher than Santa’s sleigh! Cheers to a season that’s elevated in every sense, and remember, happy holidays, and to all a good flight!

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